To require a study on public health impacts as a consequence of the February 3, 2023, train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Sanders, with an amendment
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs HHS through CDC and ATSDR to award a grant for a 5-year study on human health impacts from the February 3, 2023 East Palestine train derailment and subsequent chemical burning, with annual progress reports.
Who Benefits and How
East Palestine residents gain long-term health monitoring. Scientific understanding of chemical exposure impacts improves. Policymakers receive evidence for future response decisions.
Who Bears the Burden and How
HHS administers grant to eligible research institutions. Annual progress reports required to Congress. Study must be completed and reported within 5 years.
Key Provisions
- 5-year study on health impacts of derailment and chemical venting
- Grant to public/private institutions of higher education
- Annual progress reports to Congress
- Final report with recommendations to Secretary
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Requires 5-year study on public health impacts of East Palestine, Ohio train derailment
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Ensure long-term health monitoring for affected community"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of HHS acting through CDC and ATSDR
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